EmollientWell-Known
Argan Oil
Also known as: Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Moroccan Oil
Medically reviewed by ChokChok · Updated April 14, 2026
The OG "liquid gold" oil. Lightweight, polyphenol-rich, feels expensive even when it's not.
What It Does
SoftensAntioxidantRestores lipid barrier
Deep Dive
Pressed from argan kernels (Morocco). Its lipid profile is 80% unsaturated (oleic + linoleic) plus tocopherols and squalene traces, so it absorbs without greasy residue. Genuinely helpful for dry, dehydrated, or barrier-compromised skin. Shows up in French-pharmacy hybrids, German botanicals, and Indian luxury oils.
Best For
DryMatureCombination
Pairs Well With
Effective Concentration
100% as oil; 1–10% in serums. Cold-pressed, dark-glass is non-negotiable.
